Rock Climbing · Grand Junction, CO
Rough Rider (thanks d-ron)
Before you go
Live · nearest station Grand Junction, 3 miGood window today. Daylight to 8:16 pm.
Partly Sunny
Feels like 98°
Storm chance
2% afternoon
Wind
5 mph NW
UV index
6.2 high
Sun window
6:22 am to 8:16 pm
Gunnison River near Grand Junction is running 585 cfs, water 74°.
Distance
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Elevation gain
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High point
4,665ft
Season
Jan - Dec
About
Rough Rider (thanks d-ron) is a rock climbing destination located in the Grand Junction area of Colorado's Western Slope. The site sits at an elevation of 4,659 feet and offers difficult routes that require a high level of skill. Climbers typically spend approximately four hours completing the routes, which are accessible year-round from January through December. Parking is available on site, and pets are permitted. The location is situated within a BLM managed area, featuring sandstone cliffs with route potential. It is accessible via local roads in Grand Junction, near the Tabeguache Trail. The area supports both trad and sport climbing styles.
Trail profile
Gain
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Avg grade
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Steepest
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High point
4,665 ft
Good to know
Parking at the trailhead
Dogs allowed on leash
Waypoints
Latest trail reportgood
Spring climbing conditions. Route may be wet after rainfall. Check weather forecast before climbing.
Reported Mar 3, 2025Verified
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